Al Sayed has constantly stressed his commitment on uniting all the communities under the umbrella of walking football. It is worth noting that the sport focuses on age categories 40+ 50+ 60+ and 70+.

'Walking football' could have a multitude of health benefits, researchers say, after studying the sport. The new sporting craze of 'Walking Football' may enable people to continue playing football ...

Growing up on a coal board estate, Mandy played football on "the patch" every day with her three older brothers, while watching Match of the Day with her dad was considered special time together.

Wilson was delighted to have staged the first walking football match on the island last year and is encouraged to see numbers steadily growing in the sport he introduced to the island in 2018.

The matches will run between 1:30pm and 5pm will see a variety of ages take part including a match between a men's and women's team. Walking football is growing in popularity due to its ...

ENJOYING a good kickabout is nowadays not exclusive to the young and fit, who can sprint the length of a football pitch in seconds, and twist and turn, fighting for the ball with ease.

Walking football mainly attracts those of an older persuasion but participants of all ages are welcome. Dave Noble, who organised the derby match to raise awareness for mental health, founded Last ...

Walking football is a very popular game in the UK - trouble is, no-one can agree how to play it. There are 800 clubs playing a sport invented in 2011 as a low-impact alternative to the 'beautiful ...

Meanwhile, the Walking Football Association now has 650 clubs on its club database. Notably, the late Bobby Charlton’s brother, Tommy, has been a keen player.

This time it is in women's walking football, with the international match taking place in Merthyr Tydfil. It has been hailed as a great way to improve health and combat loneliness.

The first women's international match kicks off in Merthyr on Saturday, when England face Wales, as well as the first for men aged over 70. But for many of those involved, it will mean far more ...